Kurt Atterberg's "Sinfonia Visionaria - Alven" is a captivating orchestral journey that showcases the Swedish composer's mastery of symphonic and tone poem writing. Released on January 1, 2000, this album is a compelling blend of Atterberg's Ninth Symphony and his tone poem "Alven" (The River), offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
The "Sinfonia Visionaria" is a monumental work, divided into thirteen distinct movements, each with its own unique character and narrative. The symphony is notable for its integration of vocal soloists and chorus, adding a dramatic and poetic dimension to the orchestral fabric. The text, in Swedish, draws from ancient Norse mythology, creating a powerful and evocative atmosphere.
Following the symphony, "Alven" (The River) is a six-movement tone poem that paints a vivid musical portrait of a river's journey from its source to the sea. Each movement is a distinct musical landscape, from the rushing waters of "Durch Berge und Wälder" (Through Mountains and Forests) to the serene expanses of "Aussicht von den Bergen am Meere" (View from the Mountains over the Sea).
With a total duration of one hour, this album is a testament to Atterberg's ability to craft intricate and engaging musical narratives. The performances, conducted with precision and passion, bring out the full depth and richness of Atterberg's compositions. Whether you're a fan of symphonic music, tone poems, or simply appreciate well-crafted orchestral works, "Sinfonia Visionaria - Alven" is an album that promises to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": I. BeginningKurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": II. Heid hon hette (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": III. Jag jättarna minns (Alto)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": IV. Hon sag vida (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": V. Val vet hon (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": VI. Med spjut sprängde Oden (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": VII. Vid heta källors (Alto, Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": VIII. Jag ser längre fram (Alto)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": IX. Mycket jag fattat (Alto)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": X. Hur är det med asar? (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": XI. Rym styr un ostern (Chorus)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": XII. Nu stundar Friggas (Chorus)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Symphony No. 9, Op. 54, "Sinfonia visionaria": XIII. Solen svartnar (Baritone)Kurt Atterberg, Satu Vihavainen, Gabriel Suovanen, NDR Chor, Prager Kammerchor, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Durch Berge und Wälder [Through Mountains and Forests]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Das Binnenmeer [The Great Lake]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Die Wasserfalle [the Waterfalls]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Der ruhige, breite Strom [The Quiet, Wide Stream]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Der Hafen [The Harbour]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Aussicht von den Bergen am Meere [View from the Mountains over the Sea]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
Alven (The River), Op. 33: Hinaus zum Meere [Out to the Sea]Kurt Atterberg, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Ari Rasilainen
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